What Is the Coronavirus? 10 Things to Know
3. Where Has Coronavirus Been Identified?
Unfortunately, as one of the largest cities in China, Wuhan experiences heavy amounts of travel every day. Though measures have been put into place to quarantine the area, enough time passed before preventative measures became effective for travelers to carry the virus to other parts of the world.
While this can be cause for concern, it is important to remember that the scale of the disease in other areas has remained relatively small. The New York Times recently reported less than 20 cases in the United States. There have also been reported cases in Australia and parts of Europe as well as throughout Asia. Governments of many countries, including China, have put travel bans into place, and hopefully these measures will help to contain the virus.
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